HYUNDAI MATRIX2002 · 1.6L PETROL

The most recent MOT for the 2002 Hyundai Matrix was recorded in 2013 at 73,026 miles, with no defects listed. However, this is over a decade old, and the vehicle has not undergone an MOT since then, raising concerns about its current condition. The last recorded MOT prior to 2013 was in 2010, which resulted in a failure due to severe corrosion on both rear brake pipes, brake pads below 1.5 mm, and windscreen obstruction issues. Subsequent MOTs in 2012 and 2013 showed minor tyre wear and a nail in a tyre but no major defects. Recurring issues include tyre wear nearing legal limits, with nearside front and rear tyres flagged in 2013 and 2012. Brake components also show repeated concerns: thin brake pads in 2013, corroded brake pipes in 2010 and 2009, and a failed MOT in 2010 due to multiple brake-related defects. These suggest potential neglect in maintenance or underlying mechanical wear. While the 2013 MOT indicated no major issues, the absence of recent inspections means critical problems could have developed unnoticed. The vehicle’s mileage of 73,026 miles over 24 years equates to roughly 3,043 miles annually, which is low for its age. This could indicate light use or prolonged periods of inactivity, both of which may contribute to wear on rubber components, corrosion, or degraded fluids.